Join one of Australia’s leading advanced timber processing operations, based in the stunning Mary Valley – just a short drive from Gympie or the Sunshine Coast.
Why Choose Superior Wood?
✔ Full-time casual hours with set 4-day work weeks (4 x 9.5hr shifts)
✔ Great work-life balance – enjoy a long weekend every week!
✔ Day & Afternoon shifts available
✔ Long-term career opportunities with training and development
✔ Friendly, safety-focused team environment
✔ Modern facilities with high-speed automated machinery
About the Role:
We’re currently looking for motivated and reliable operators to join our team in Process and Forklift Operations roles across our Imbil and Melawondi timber manufacturing facilities.
You’ll be working in a hands-on, team-based environment, undertaking a range of duties including:
- Strapping, wrapping and grading of timber
- Operation of high-end timber machinery (Weinig Moulders, Grinders, Finger Joint machines, Band Resaws)
- Operating sawmill consoles (Debarker, Headrig, Trimsaws, Stacker etc.)
- Mobile plant & forklift operation
- Machine monitoring and fault detection
- Ensuring quality control and meeting production targets
- Manual handling as part of daily tasks
What You’ll Need to Succeed:
- Forklift licence (preferred, but not essential for all roles)
- Physically fit and comfortable with manual labour
- Reliable and punctual – team players only!
- Safety-first mindset and ability to follow site procedures
- Previous experience in timber, manufacturing or processing (advantageous but not essential)
- Flexibility to work either day or afternoon shift
Shifts:
- Day Shift: 5:15am – 3:15pm (Monday or Friday RDO)
- Afternoon Shift: 3:00pm – 1:00am (Friday RDO)
Apply Now! To join a proud Australian-owned business in a region you’ll love, click Apply or send your resume and cover letter to: ***********@superiorwood.com.au
Learn more about us at - www.superiorwood.com.au